Q. What is Kerogen oil?
Answer: Its an unconventional oil produced from the pyrolysis, hydrogenation, or thermal dissolution of Oil Shales
Notes: Kerogen oil is an unconventional oil derived from the thermal decomposition of kerogen, a solid organic matter found in oil shales. This process, known as pyrolysis, involves heating the kerogen to break it down into liquid hydrocarbons. Oil shales are sedimentary rocks rich in organic material, and kerogen is a precursor to conventional oil and gas. Unlike light crude oil, which is already formed, kerogen oil requires further processing to extract usable hydrocarbons. This method of extraction is gaining attention due to the increasing demand for alternative energy sources.

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